RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Subcontract Specialist / Principal Subcontract Specialist to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals on-site in Melbourne, FL.
Location : Melbourne, FL
Schedule: 9/80 work schedule - with every other Friday OFF! No teleworking available
Team: Global Supply Chain
Extras: Opportunities for occasional travel and excellent career growth potential
Our Team:
This is an opportunity to join a team on the cutting edge of tomorrow's defense technologies. Work onsite in a collaborative and dynamic environment where new challenges are the norm!
On-site in Melbourne you will have the opportunity to support our nation's classified, top-priority programs, developing and building our next-generation airborne defense solutions for our country.
About the Role :
Sources and procures specialized goods and services. Owns contractual management for the supplier. Responsible for source selection from contract proposal to execution phases. Coordinates and collaborates with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program and end-users. Develops subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services. Prepares bid packages, conducts bidders conferences, analyzes and evaluates proposals, negotiates subcontract provisions, selects or recommends subcontractors, writes awards, and administers resulting subcontracts. In conjunction with quality organization, evaluates and monitors supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules. Identifies strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations. Manages performance of subcontracts, ensures compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations. Employs sound business practices and assesses supplier performance as part of follow-up activities. Ensures that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded. Manages and develops strategic/key suppliers. Reviews and approves supplier payment as needed. Utilizes process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency and continuous improvement.
Subcontract Specialist (Level 2)
Basic Qualifications:
Must have Bachelors with 2 years; Masters Degree or in-lieu of degree with 4 years of experience. Experience must be in the following: Subcontracts, Purchasing, Contracts, Finance, Business Management or Project Management
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in Business, Global Supply Chain, Project Management, Government Acquisitions or similar
Experience in Subcontracts, Purchasing, Contracts, Finance, Business Management or Project Management
Experience with SAP or related business application software
Experience negotiating with contracts
Experience conducting written and oral presentations
Experience in FAR / DFARS or Business Law
Experience in Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
Experience in Change Management
Experience in Risk Mitigation
In-Scope DOD Secret Security Clearance or higher that has been granted or renewed within the past 6 years
Principal Subcontract Specialist (Level 3)
Basic Qualifications:
Must have Bachelors with 5 years of experience; Masters with 3 years, PhD with 1 Year with PhD or in-lieu of degree with 9 years of experience
Experience must be in Subcontracts, Purchasing, Contracts, Finance, Business Management or Project Management
Experience with SAP or related business application software
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Business, Global Supply Chain, Project Management, Government Acquisitions or similar
Working level knowledge of FAR / DFARS or Business Law
Negotiating skills with contracts in excess of $25 million
Experience conducting written and oral presentations to senior leadership
Working knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
Previous Control Account Manager (CAM) experience or training
Experience in Risk Mitigation
Experience in Change Management
In-Scope DOD Secret Security Clearance or higher that has been granted or renewed within the past 6 years
Salary Range: $63,800.00 - $95,800.00Salary Range 2: $78,700.00 - $118,100.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
